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Will coronavirus topple Trump?

Will coronavirus topple Trump?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

'It is perplexing to see the leader of the First World with a first rate medical infrastructure come up short on its foresight to handle the pandemic,' notes Group Captain Murli Menon (retd).

Another poor day for Woods as inexplicable Cup record continues

Another poor day for Woods as inexplicable Cup record continues

Rediff.com30 Sep 2018

With Europe leading 10-6, US captain Furyk could at least draw strength from the knowledge that the same deficit has twice been overturned on Sundays in recent times -- by the US in 1999 and Europe in 2012.

How online video is becoming a promotional tool for brands

How online video is becoming a promotional tool for brands

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

Video isn't just about old school television shows, advertisements and tutorials anymore - short, crisp and engaging content across different formats is becoming increasingly popular in a world where stories are consumed on the go.

Youth ask for jobs, govt says look at moon: Rahul in Maha

Youth ask for jobs, govt says look at moon: Rahul in Maha

Rediff.com13 Oct 2019

He also sought to know if Modi, during his recent meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, asked the latter about the 2017 Doklam standoff.

PHOTOS: Djokovic survives Melbourne furnace to beat Monfils

PHOTOS: Djokovic survives Melbourne furnace to beat Monfils

Rediff.com18 Jan 2018

Djokovic, playing his first tournament for six months because of an elbow problem, dropped his opening two service games and although he battled back to break Monfils twice he wavered again as scrappy opener went his opponents' way.

Please watch Made in Heaven today!

Please watch Made in Heaven today!

Rediff.com13 Apr 2019

'I don't remember the last time I was this invested in the characters of a story since Doordarshan's golden age or early days of cable television boom,' applauds Sukanya Verma.

Lunchbox director: From Irrfan to Broadbent to Redford

Lunchbox director: From Irrfan to Broadbent to Redford

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

'One of the director's primary jobs is to make sure that all the actors perform as if they are in the same movie, playing in the same band -- one is not acting in a different band than the other.'

OMG! These images are simply BRILLIANT

OMG! These images are simply BRILLIANT

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

All the action from around the world last week, in case you missed it.

'Terrible thing', Mission Shakti created 400 pieces of debris: NASA

'Terrible thing', Mission Shakti created 400 pieces of debris: NASA

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

The US space agency also warned that the risk of debris colliding with the International Space Station has risen by 44 per cent since Mission Shakti.

Golden Globes 2019: The *inside* story

Golden Globes 2019: The *inside* story

Rediff.com7 Jan 2019

We love Charlize Theron's look!

'Mr Obama you will be dearly missed!'

'Mr Obama you will be dearly missed!'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

Six years ago, a Mumbai college student stumped the most powerful man in the world stumped with her question. Today, after Obama departed office, Afsheen Irani looks back at that moment with a smile and says it will stay with her for the rest of her life.

BHAG and how not to manage the economy

BHAG and how not to manage the economy

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

GST, a much needed reform that widens the tax net, promises to strangle many legitimate businesses while they wait for the tax administration and systems to catch up, says Rahul Jacob.

Australian Open PHOTOS: Clinical Cilic tames Edmund to reach final

Australian Open PHOTOS: Clinical Cilic tames Edmund to reach final

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

This is the first time that the towering Croatian has made the final of the Aus Open

Does Bhansali glorify jauhar?

Does Bhansali glorify jauhar?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2018

'I am angry because this ever happened.' 'I am sad because it's painful to think what they must be going through.' 'I am glad we've fought hard to break through such cruel tradition.' 'But it burns my blood to think we're still holding on to regressive culture that is stemmed from preserving this so-called honour,' says Sukanya Verma.

'If there's a heaven, Gene Wilder has a Golden Ticket'

'If there's a heaven, Gene Wilder has a Golden Ticket'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

The latest Hollywood updates.

Europe regain Ryder Cup with dominant singles display

Europe regain Ryder Cup with dominant singles display

Rediff.com30 Sep 2018

Mickelson conceded the hole after firing his tee shot into the water with Molinari on the green to leave the Italian as the first European to win all five matches in a week -- having not won any of his previous six.

Golden Globes 2019: On The Red Carpet

Golden Globes 2019: On The Red Carpet

Rediff.com7 Jan 2019

A look at Hollywood's swish set at the Globes.

Which of these films will win Oscars?

Which of these films will win Oscars?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

Aseem Chhabra lists the films that won his heart at the recent Toronto International Film Festival.

Pakistan Super League: Younis unsold; Misbah for Islamabad

Pakistan Super League: Younis unsold; Misbah for Islamabad

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Pakistan's Test stalwart Younis Khan, who led the national team to its only World T20 title in 2009, remained unsold while captain Misbah-ul Haq was snapped up by the Islamabad franchise on the first day of the Players' Draft for the Pakistan Super League, on Monday.

'I don't need to lie to create better expectations'

'I don't need to lie to create better expectations'

Rediff.com23 May 2015

One thing that has been consistent about Rafa Nadal's disappointing season so far has been his brutal honesty.

No indication of trauma, suicide in Prince's death: Los Angeles Police

No indication of trauma, suicide in Prince's death: Los Angeles Police

Rediff.com23 Apr 2016

An autopsy was conducted yesterday, but test results could take weeks.

11 PIOs in Forbes's list of best venture capitalists

11 PIOs in Forbes's list of best venture capitalists

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

Leading the Indian-Americans on the list is 49-year old Aneel Bhusri.

How to train your brain to be a successful LEADER

How to train your brain to be a successful LEADER

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

A keen understanding of the way our brain functions is essential to building sustainable routines and habits that set us up for success, says Jay Kumar Hariharan.

'Excuse me, can I finish please?' Sanders, Clinton face-off in debate

'Excuse me, can I finish please?' Sanders, Clinton face-off in debate

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders held a fierce and substantive debate on Sunday night, disagreeing over trade, guns, the auto industry and Wall Street.

After Obama's religious remarks, parties target Modi

After Obama's religious remarks, parties target Modi

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

The death sentence of Nithari serial killings case convict Surender Koli was on Wednesday commuted to life imprisonment by the Allahabad high court which rapped the Uttar Pradesh government for the "inordinate and unexplained delay" in deciding his mercy petition.

Clinton blames FBI chief's letter in email case for her loss

Clinton blames FBI chief's letter in email case for her loss

Rediff.com3 May 2017

"I was on the way to winning until the combination of Jim Comey's (sic) letter on October 28th and Russian WikiLeaks raised doubts in the minds of people," she said.

Obama calls Paris climate pact 'best chance' to save the planet

Obama calls Paris climate pact 'best chance' to save the planet

Rediff.com13 Dec 2015

Obama has made combating global climate change a top priority of his presidency

Roadblocks that could derail the Walmart, Flipkart deal

Roadblocks that could derail the Walmart, Flipkart deal

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

'If Walmart is a physical retailer, why is it striking a deal with Flipkart for the online space?'

US Presidential Polls: Hillary braces for Wednesday's Democrat showdown

US Presidential Polls: Hillary braces for Wednesday's Democrat showdown

Rediff.com14 Oct 2015

Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton will face her first major political test on Wednesday when she shares the stage with four other aspirants at the party's inaugural debate of the 2016 presidential campaign.

Emmy 2019: Jodie Comer, Game Of Thrones win

Emmy 2019: Jodie Comer, Game Of Thrones win

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

The 71st Emmy Awards have been announced, and there have been quite a few surprises and some expected nods.

Silver screen's beloved child

Silver screen's beloved child

Rediff.com26 Feb 2018

'I'll remember you as the face of joy for ever.' Sukanya Verma remembers the iconic Sridevi.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners revealed

Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners revealed

Rediff.com15 Oct 2020

Have a look at these photos taken from the incredible world we live in. These are the winners of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition 2020.

The man who ranks the world's best whiskies

The man who ranks the world's best whiskies

Rediff.com31 Mar 2015

The first Whisky Bible was published in 2004.

Coming soon: BBC News in Indian languages

Coming soon: BBC News in Indian languages

Rediff.com29 Jul 2017

The BBC is all set to produce daily newscasts in Telugu, Gujarati, Punjabi and Marathi (in addition to the existing Hindi, Tamil and Urdu), Jim Egan, CEO, BBC Global News, tells Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

Review: Go, watch A Death in the Gunj

Review: Go, watch A Death in the Gunj

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

A Death in the Gunj is not a happy film at all times, but it is very entertaining says Aseem Chhabra.

16 shows to watch during the lockdown

16 shows to watch during the lockdown

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

Nikita Puri lists the best shows and films to watch online as you ace social distancing.

Oscar nominees 2015: Everything isn't awesome (but that's okay)

Oscar nominees 2015: Everything isn't awesome (but that's okay)

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

Raja Sen takes stock of the Oscar 2015 nominations.

Sparkling 66 earns Mickelson first British Open win

Sparkling 66 earns Mickelson first British Open win

Rediff.com21 Jul 2013

Phil Mickelson posted a sparkling final-round 66 to finish on three under par, a total that should be enough to win the British Open on Sunday.

Walker hangs on to win Pebble Beach

Walker hangs on to win Pebble Beach

Rediff.com10 Feb 2014

Jimmy Walker did it the hard way, almost squandering a huge lead before registering a nervous one-stroke victory to continue his hot start to the season at the $6.6 million Pebble Beach National Pro-Am on Sunday.

Rangoon and the dangers of straining for poetry

Rangoon and the dangers of straining for poetry

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

'In Vishal Bhardwaj's now fully set world of manufactured poetry, characters wear their emotions at their most prescribed anatomical positions -- courage on their chins, pride over their chests, and innocence in their faces,' observes Sreehari Nair.